Chapter 2193: 1222: The Sudden Invitation (Part 2)
Chapter 2193: Chapter 1222: The Sudden Invitation (Part 2)
From this, it’s not hard to see that if we want to choose the initial point, the first Dwarf Elf Kingdom might be easier.
“Of course, if we can smoothly enter the Shadow Market, perhaps we might find other entry points as well.”
Thinking of this, Leo Ray refocused his attention on the Shadow Market itself and asked, “Asher Porter, what’s written on the invitation?”
“My Lord, it only has one sentence in the Human Clan’s common language: ‘Dear Human Savior, Holy Lion Prince, Otherworldly Lord Leo Ray, we are honored to invite you and your guards to the upcoming Shadow Market. The specific date will automatically appear a week before the market opens. We look forward to meeting you.’
Asher Porter didn’t hesitate and immediately recited the contents of the invitation.
“You’re saying that it only has my name on it? And not Ariel Watson’s name?”
Leo Ray carefully pondered the content of the invitation and asked again.
“That’s right, Lord. This invitation is obviously only sent to you alone.”
Asher Porter’s response was quickly transmitted over.
“Only my name, and it even specifically includes the special title of Human Savior. So, does this mean the other party knows everything that I’ve done?”
Leo Ray’s brows furrowed slightly as he pondered silently.
He had just defeated the Malevolent Deity’s Chosen Son from thousands of miles away, and the invitation was silently sent to his hometown. It seems that the strength of this Shadow Market is also unfathomable.
“It’s no wonder, being able to establish such a unique platform among the Ten Thousand Clans, even acting as a mediator in some occasions, is enough to prove that they are by no means ordinary.”
“Speaking of which, according to what Gals and Ester said, the Shadow Market is held irregularly, and invitations are sent to eligible races before it starts. So, does this mean I am already qualified to attend?”
“But based on the information I have, since the Era of Blankness, no Human Clan has ever received an invitation to the Shadow Market, including the three Neutral Organizations and all the nations that left marks in history. Why now?”
A thoughtful glint flashed in Leo Ray’s eyes, quickly leading to an epiphany.
“Could it be that the other party has already foreseen that I will become the Master of the Human World? No wonder, since after eliminating the Malevolent Deity’s Chosen Son, it’s really just a matter of time before I control the Human World, and it will be soon.”
“Before this, the Human World was nothing but scattered sand, so no force could reach the Shadow Market’s threshold.”
“And now, the strength of the Human Clan I have gathered is unprecedentedly powerful. It’s no longer surprising.”
Once he sorted out these thoughts, a hint of expectation appeared on Leo Ray’s face.
According to the invitation, the specific time will appear a week before the market convenes. Before that, he undoubtedly needs to complete everything he just planned and attend with the best state.
After all, what he represents now is no longer limited to just himself, Otherworldly Lord, and the Coldflame Kingdom. It is the entire Human Clan, marking a crucial step for the Human Clan to advance into the Outer Region.
“I really look forward to what will happen then. The Shadow Market must be a Land of Divine Favor. Maybe we can obtain other clues about the Era of Blankness there.”
Thinking of this, Leo Ray immediately instructed Asher Porter: “I know what’s going on, make sure to keep the invitation safe and have someone check the date on it at all times.”
“Please rest assured, My Lord. Everything has been arranged,”
Asher Porter’s respectful voice immediately came through Mind Talk.
After ending the Mind Talk, Leo Ray chatted with Fei’er for a while before putting himself into the reconstruction work of Radiant City.
The Temple of Light is currently in ruin, the number of strong individuals has plummeted, and even most of the Treasure Vault has been squandered by the Malevolent Deity’s Chosen Son and the Black Abyss Brotherhood’s strong. Even though Sofia has taken the throne, many things still require Leo Ray’s own decision.
Additionally, Leo Ray also conveniently recovered the Puppet Dragon and other Alchemy Puppets, as well as the Golem Puppets such as the Earth Guardians. Although the Guardians suffered severe losses, thankfully they can be rebuilt.
And although the 20 Puppet Dragons are covered in scales and wounds, they possess strong auto-repair capabilities, so they have not reached a severe damage level and will quickly recover on their own. As for the Ice Knights and other Alchemy Puppets, Leo Ray has left them to Gals for repair. These Tier 3 Alchemy Puppets are not strong assistance for Leo Ray now.
Time passed quickly, and after two days, Leo Ray finished dealing with all the important matters of the Temple of Light and the Grimm Kingdom, returning to the Coldflame Royal City.
During this process, not only did the Temple of Light’s all affiliated cities come under Leo Ray’s control, but under his arrangement, the Blood Clan led by Catherine and the Iron Hand Army also returned triumphantly, back to their homelands for recuperation.
And the vast majority of the Coldflame Kingdom’s soldiers and people like Eckhart also returned triumphantly, while the entire Grimm Kingdom was completely handed over to New Saint King Lawrence and New Temple Master Sofia, as well as individuals like Jered and Lorenz, to manage. Leo Ray only stationed a portion of the Coldflame soldiers and strong there.
After all, after this battle, the Grimm Kingdom and the Temple of Light, which suffered the most, were both severely damaged, and even with Leo Ray’s full support, it would take some time for them to gradually recover.
With the efficiency of Instant Teleportation using the Ice Stone City, everything was progressing rapidly.
It is worth mentioning that due to the newly conquered and repaired Ice Stone City by Elder Bing, along with Serene and Lily, the teleportation range has been further expanded to almost completely cover the entire Human World.
This undoubtedly expedited Leo Ray’s reallocation of forces across any corner of the Human World swiftly.
Meanwhile, the Crystal Blue City, which shares the same properties as Ice Stone City, also began its rebuilding under the guidance of the trio.
“My Lord, I was really worried about you!”
As soon as the anxious Ariel saw Leo Ray in Her Majesty the Queen’s private lounge at Lion Castle, she immediately threw herself into his arms.
Her eyes reddened, and she began to sob uncontrollably.
Seeing her look, with all her worries, lovesickness, and pressure surging out at once, made the young Queen’s delicate shoulders tremble incessantly in his embrace.
After all, not long ago, she was still a pampered Princess, and even though she had grown a lot, she still couldn’t help but tremble under the intense emotions that besieged her frail shoulders.
“After all, you were just a beloved Princess not long ago. Although you’ve grown a lot, it’s still overwhelming,”
Leo Ray said with a smile, cradling Ariel Watson in his arms.
“This is what I should do, no big deal. Compared to the Lord, who was always on the brink of life and death, it is nothing.”
Upon hearing this, Leo Ray did not say anything further but simply let her wet his clothes with her tears.
Only when Ariel Watson’s sobbing subsided did Leo Ray raise an eyebrow and smile, adding, “By the way, now I am indeed someone with newfound powers,”
Ariel was momentarily stunned, clearly not comprehending. A moment later, she reacted, gently nodding her head before burying her face deeper into Leo Ray’s embrace.